Things That Go’ Busy Book: Fun Printable Activities for Cars, Trains, and Buses to Boost Literacy and Numeracy Skills for Kids

‘Things That Go’ Busy Book: Fun Printable Activities for Cars, Trains, and Buses to Boost Literacy and Numeracy Skills for Kids

Does your child have a fascination with cars, trains, and buses?

Inspired by my boys’ love for vehicles, I created a ‘Things That Go’ Busy Book filled with printable activities designed to engage and delight. This fun activity book is sure to become a favorite, encouraging kids to look forward to learning every day.

The activities within the busy book are crafted to enhance literacy and numeracy skills while introducing basic concepts. They also promote fine motor development and cognitive skills through engaging play.

Perfect for homeschooling, long flights, road trips, visits to the doctor’s office, rainy days, or any time you need a moment of quiet, this busy book is a valuable resource for parents!

Sorting activities included help develop problem-solving and reasoning skills, making learning both fun and educational.

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Vehicle Activities for Preschoolers

Below are transport-themed printable activities included in our Busy Book, designed for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners. These activities are perfect for fostering learning and creativity while having fun!

Alphabet activities for toddlers and preschoolers

Match the Alphabets
This simple and engaging activity is perfect for toddlers, helping them develop essential letter recognition skills.
Match Uppercase and Lowercase Letters on Cars in the Parking Lot
In this fun activity, preschoolers will match uppercase and lowercase letters displayed on cars. It turns learning the alphabet into an enjoyable game!
Match the Alphabet with the Beginning Sound of Transport Vehicles
This activity is excellent for teaching both the alphabet and vocabulary. Children will match letters with the corresponding initial sounds of various transport vehicles, enhancing their language skills while exploring the world of transportation.

Transportation number activities for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten

Number Matching on Boats
This engaging activity is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, helping them recognize numbers 1-10 while having fun with boats!
Count the Vehicles and Match with the Appropriate Number
In this exciting activity, children will count their favorite vehicles and match them with the correct numbers. It’s a fantastic way to reinforce counting skills while exploring transportation themes.
Simple Number Matching Activity (1-10)
Toddlers love matching! This straightforward activity will help them develop essential number recognition skills as they engage with numbers in a playful context.

Matching color activities

Match the Shapes by Color on the Train
In this engaging activity, children will match shapes by color on a train, helping them develop essential color recognition skills in a fun way!
Match Cars and Parachutes by Color
This exciting activity allows kids to match colorful cars with parachutes, providing another fantastic opportunity for learning colors while enjoying the theme of transportation.

Transportation shape activities for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten

Match the Shapes on Signboards
This colorful activity helps children learn about basic shapes by matching them with corresponding shapes on signboards, making it an engaging way to build foundational skills!
Match the Shapes by Color
In this activity, preschoolers will match shapes by color, reinforcing their understanding of both colors and shapes while improving their sorting skills in a fun, interactive manner.

Size and Pattern activities for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten

Sort Cars by Size
In this fun activity, children will sort cars by size, helping them differentiate between large, medium, and small sizes while enjoying their favorite theme: cars!
Complete the Pattern
This activity consists of two engaging tasks:
- Size Pattern: Children will complete a pattern using airplanes, reinforcing their understanding of size relationships.
- Color Pattern: Kids will complete a pattern featuring bicycles, allowing them to practice color recognition while having fun!

Transportation matching and sorting activities

Match the Shadows with Water Transport Vehicles
In this engaging activity, children will match shadows to various water transport vehicles, enhancing their recognition skills in a fun and interactive way.
Match the Shadows with Air and Land Transport Vehicles
This activity challenges kids to match shadows with air and land transport vehicles, reinforcing their understanding of different modes of transportation.
Sort Transportation by Air, Land, and Water
In this colorful activity, children will sort different types of transport vehicles into categories based on air, land, and water. It’s a fun way to learn about the various modes of transportation while improving sorting skills!

Get the Transportation Activities Busy Book

After purchasing our Transportation Busy Book, you will receive PDF files ready for printing. Simply laminate, cut, and enjoy these educational activities with kids aged 2-6 while you savor a moment of peace with your coffee!

Note: The materials needed and detailed instructions for the busy book are available on my Etsy shop page. You can view them by clicking the ‘BUY NOW’ button below!

Wishing you a wonderful quiet time!